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North Carolina Grants $28.4M to Boost Film Industry Jobs

12/13/2025

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North Carolina approved up to $28.4 million in film grants for two TV series and an independent film.
The program aims to create nearly 5,000 jobs and generate over $113 million in spending.
Grants totaling $28.4 million were awarded for three projects: The Hunting Wives ($15 million), RJ Decker ($11.6 million), and Widow ($1.8 million).
Recent projects, including Merv, boost visibility and tourism as the North Carolina film industry recovers.

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Story summary

North Carolina approved up to $28.4 million in film grants for two TV series and an independent film.
The program aims to create nearly 5,000 jobs and generate over $113 million in spending.
Grants totaling $28.4 million were awarded for three projects: The Hunting Wives ($15 million), RJ Decker ($11.6 million), and Widow ($1.8 million).
Recent projects, including Merv, boost visibility and tourism as the North Carolina film industry recovers.